Bhopal Water Survey: No 24x7 Supply, Safety Fears
A Jan Swasthya Abhiyan India survey finds Bhopal residents lack continuous water supply and doubt safety, echoing Indore's contamination crisis despite crores in funding.
A Jan Swasthya Abhiyan India survey finds Bhopal residents lack continuous water supply and doubt safety, echoing Indore's contamination crisis despite crores in funding.
Madhya Pradesh government told the High Court it paid Rs 2 lakh each to families of 21 people in Indore's Bhagirathpura area. The state admitted 51 tube wells were contaminated and outlined new safety measures.
Health officials in Ghaziabad detect coliform bacteria in 26 water samples, indicating sewage contamination. Authorities order immediate corrective actions in affected areas.
A government report reveals Delhi Jal Board received 45,000 water contamination complaints between April and December. The board reports 98% resolution and outlines measures to address aging infrastructure.
Bhopal municipal corporation launches free water testing and weekly grievance hearings after contamination deaths in Indore and local scare. Citizens can submit samples every Tuesday.
The Indore water contamination tragedy, killing 10, exposes critical flaws in urban water management. Experts call for urgent third-party audits, public complaint systems, and robust disease surveillance to safeguard India's water.
Water supply from a well in Khargone's Barwaha was declared unsafe after E coli detection. Authorities have stopped supply and are implementing structural fixes. Read about the district-wide testing drive.
Residents of Bhopal's Khanugoan face health risks from contaminated water, with poor communication and lack of testing leaving them vulnerable. Authorities urged to act.
Gurgaon residents face a daily struggle for safe drinking water due to aging infrastructure, neglected boosting stations, and contamination risks. Learn why the city's water supply system is failing its people.
Madhya Pradesh launches Swachh Jal Abhiyan using robotics & GIS mapping to overhaul water monitoring after Indore contamination killed 8. CM Yadav vows strict action.
Madhya Pradesh Congress to hold protest march in Indore over water contamination deaths, demands mayor's resignation and Rs 1 crore compensation for victims' families. Details inside.
Alarming data reveals nearly 50% of Delhi's water pipelines are over 20 years old, causing leaks and contamination. Will the capital face an Indore-like crisis? Read the urgent report.
Greater Noida Authority forms technical panel to audit water supply after illness complaints. CEO Ravi Kumar NG warns against negligence. Details on Ganga water project and infrastructure review inside.
Following the Indore water contamination deaths, Noida and Greater Noida authorities have ordered technical audits of drinking water systems. Officials are collecting samples to ensure safety.
Residents of Ghaziabad, Noida face persistent water contamination with coliform bacteria. Over a quarter of 2025 samples failed safety standards, causing illness outbreaks. Read about the systemic failures.
BJP MP Parvesh Verma calls Delhi's water shortage a legacy crisis, blaming AAP & previous govts. He outlines a 5-point plan for reform. Read the full story.
Delhi Water Minister reveals nearly 50% of city's water pipelines are 20-30 years old, leading to leaks & contamination. A Rs 50,000 crore, 8-year revamp plan is announced to ensure 24/7 clean water.
Residents across Delhi report foul-smelling, dirty tap water, raising fears of a major public health crisis. Officials scramble with temporary fixes as complaints surge.
Delhi Jal Board announces 2-day water supply disruption in central & west Delhi areas on Jan 9-10 due to reservoir flushing. Check full list of affected localities.
Dhalgaon Khairi village in Nagpur returns to normal after a water pipeline leak sparked health fears. Health officials confirm only 11 cases, no outbreak. Read the full story.
Dozens in Greater Noida's Sector Delta 1 fall ill with vomiting and diarrhoea after sewage mixes with drinking water. Authorities plug leak, distribute medicines as residents demand better infrastructure.
At least 30 residents in Greater Noida's Delta 1 report illness, blaming sewage-mixed water. GNIDA denies contamination evidence but orders city-wide testing. Details inside.
Delhi Jal Board mandates strict action to prevent water contamination. Minister Parvesh Verma orders intensive pipeline checks, 2-day complaint resolution, and a major sewer cleaning drive. Read more.
Hyderabad's decaying water pipeline network loses 20 MGD daily and poses severe contamination risks, echoing past tragedies. Officials scramble for a two-month overhaul plan. Read more.
Experts warn Hyderabad's alternate-day water supply raises contamination risk. HMWSSB plans daily supply after new projects add 300 MGD. Read how continuous flow protects water quality.
Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya in Khurda shut for a week after 62 jaundice cases. Lab reports confirm faecal contamination in school's water supply. Read for details on the outbreak and corrective measures.
Ranchi's drinking water department launches a mobile helpline for residents to report contamination, leakage, and irregular supply. Call now for timely intervention and safer water.
Jharkhand High Court directs immediate action to secure clean drinking water in Ranchi, citing broken pipelines and a risk of tragedy. The state must submit a report in a fortnight.
Delhi Water Minister orders DJB to intensify pipeline checks and water quality monitoring to prevent contamination, following fatal incidents in Indore and Gandhinagar. Stay informed.
Delhi Jal Board directed to intensify pipeline inspections and ensure 24/7 vigilance to prevent water contamination, following deaths in Indore. Stay informed about public health safety measures.